Hematologic disorder

Researchers are testing a one-time gene therapy called exa-cel for people with severe sickle cell disease. The treatment uses CRISPR-Cas9 to edit a patient's own blood stem cells, which are then infused back after chemotherapy. The trial measures whether participants remain free …

This trial tests a treatment strategy for adults with acute myeloid leukemia (AML) that did not respond to standard induction chemotherapy. Participants receive clofarabine and intermediate-dose Ara-C chemotherapy, followed by a reduced-intensity allogeneic stem cell transplant u…

Researchers test a reduced-toxicity conditioning regimen before allogeneic stem cell transplant in children and young adults with blood cancers. The regimen combines fludarabine, full-dose busulfan, and anti-thymocyte globulin. The trial measures transplant-related mortality at o…

Researchers test a reduced-intensity conditioning regimen before allogeneic stem cell transplant in adults with high-risk AML, MDS, or ALL who cannot tolerate standard intensive treatment. The regimen combines clofarabine, busulfan, and thymoglobulin. The trial measures relapse r…

Researchers test a gentler conditioning regimen before allogeneic stem cell transplantation in adults with blood cancers. The goal is to see if this reduced-toxicity approach lowers the risk of death within the first year after transplant. Participants receive fludarabine, busulf…

Researchers are testing two experimental oral antimalarial drugs, cipargamin and INE963, given alone or in combination, against standard malaria treatment. The trial enrolls people aged 12 and older who have uncomplicated falciparum malaria and weigh between 35 and 90 kilograms. …

This phase II trial is testing whether adding the immunotherapy drug tislelizumab to a chemotherapy regimen (pegaspargase, gemcitabine, and oxaliplatin) plus radiation can improve outcomes for people with early-stage, intermediate- or high-risk extranodal NK/T-cell lymphoma. The …

This study tested a new way to cure vivax malaria, a type of malaria that can come back. Researchers gave a high daily dose of the drug primaquine for a short time, but only after a quick test to check for a genetic condition (G6PD deficiency) that could cause serious side effect…

This study tests a new malaria vaccine called SUM-101 in 69 healthy children and infants aged 5 months to 5 years in Burkina Faso. The goal is to see if the vaccine is safe and triggers a strong immune response. Participants receive three doses, and some infants also receive a ra…

Researchers are testing a vaccine called 3D189 in adults with blood cancers such as acute leukemia, multiple myeloma, non-Hodgkin lymphoma, and higher-risk myelodysplastic syndrome. Participants must be in remission after standard treatment and unable to receive a stem cell trans…

This study tested the RTS,S/AS01E malaria vaccine in nearly 78,000 young children in Sub-Saharan Africa. Researchers checked the vaccine's safety and how well it prevents malaria. The goal was to see if the vaccine can be safely used in routine immunization programs to protect ch…

This study tests a drug called leniolisib in 20 people with common variable immunodeficiency (CVID), a condition that weakens the immune system. All participants will receive the drug for 6 months, starting at a low dose and increasing. The main goal is to check safety and tolera…

Researchers are testing a combination of rituximab, acalabrutinib, and durvalumab in adults with primary central nervous system lymphoma, a rare cancer that starts in the brain or spinal cord. The trial enrolls people whose disease has returned or worsened after earlier treatment…

Researchers are testing whether lucitanib, an oral drug, can slow the growth of advanced thymic carcinoma that has worsened after at least one round of chemotherapy. The trial enrolls adults with recurrent or metastatic thymic carcinoma. In one part, participants receive lucitani…

This study looked at whether a special care plan led by a geriatrician and a nurse could improve survival and quality of life for older adults (70+) with advanced cancer. 792 patients with breast, colorectal, lung, prostate, bladder, ovarian cancer, or lymphoma took part. The app…

This early-phase study tested a new approach for people whose B-cell cancers (like lymphoma or leukemia) came back after a donor stem cell transplant. Researchers took white blood cells from the original donor, genetically modified them to recognize and attack cancer cells, and g…

Researchers are testing a combination of L-DEP chemotherapy (aspargase, liposomal doxorubicin, etoposide, and methylprednisolone) and a PD-1 antibody as initial treatment for people with Epstein-Barr virus-positive lymphoma-associated hemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis, a rare an…

Adults with B-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia that has come back or stopped responding to treatment have few options. This phase 2 trial tests whether adding epratuzumab, an antibody that attaches to the CD22 protein found on most of these leukemia cells, to standard chemothera…

Researchers compare two three-drug combinations, VTD and VCD, as initial treatment for people newly diagnosed with multiple myeloma who are eligible for a stem cell transplant. Participants receive four cycles of either combination. The trial measures how well each combination re…

Researchers are testing whether adding tocilizumab, a drug that blocks an inflammation signal called IL-6, to standard chemotherapy helps adults with high-risk acute myeloid leukemia. Participants receive idarubicin and cytarabine, the usual induction chemotherapy, plus a single …

Researchers are testing a combination of three drugs, obinutuzumab, ibrutinib, and GDC-0199, in people with mantle cell lymphoma. The trial includes patients whose cancer has come back or stopped responding to treatment, as well as those who have not yet received treatment. The g…

This study is testing an experimental drug called povetacicept in adults with autoimmune cytopenias — conditions where the immune system mistakenly destroys blood cells, leading to low platelet counts (immune thrombocytopenia) or anemia (autoimmune hemolytic anemia and cold agglu…

Researchers are testing a combination of carfilzomib, melphalan, and prednisone in adults over 65 with newly diagnosed multiple myeloma. The trial first aims to find the highest dose of carfilzomib that people can tolerate without severe side effects. Then it will measure how wel…

Atypical hemolytic uremic syndrome (aHUS) is a rare disease that damages the kidneys by causing blood clots in small vessels. The drug eculizumab blocks the complement system and has greatly reduced kidney failure, but doctors do not know how long patients should stay on it. This…

Researchers are testing whether adding the experimental drug MLN9708 to lenalidomide and dexamethasone can help adults under 66 with newly diagnosed multiple myeloma. Participants receive three cycles of the triplet, then a stem cell transplant, followed by more triplet and maint…

This study tested whether eating less fat and more fiber can reduce the chance of a repeat Clostridioides difficile infection in cancer patients. Eight participants with leukemia, lymphoma, or other cancers followed a specific diet. Researchers tracked diarrhea and measured C. di…

Researchers are testing whether a liposomal chemotherapy drug called CPX-351 works better than standard chemotherapy before an allogeneic stem cell transplant in adults with higher-risk myelodysplastic syndromes (MDS) or oligoblastic acute myeloid leukemia (AML). The trial enroll…

Researchers are studying a spinal implant called the EVOS Lumbar Interbody System, which uses PEEK-OPTIMA HA enhanced cages, in adults with degenerative disc disease or grade 1 spondylolisthesis in the lower back. The study follows participants who receive the device during spina…

Researchers are testing whether combining ibrutinib and venetoclax can help people with previously untreated chronic lymphocytic leukemia or small lymphocytic lymphoma. The trial assigns participants to either a fixed course of the two drugs or a course guided by a sensitive test…

This study looked at how safe and effective Kovaltry is for people with hemophilia A when used in routine medical practice. Researchers tracked 230 patients for side effects and bleeding episodes. The goal was to gather real-world information, not to test a new treatment.

This study tests a drug called mogamulizumab in 23 Chinese adults with mycosis fungoides or Sézary syndrome, two types of skin lymphoma that have not responded to previous treatments. The drug is given as an IV infusion and aims to shrink or eliminate cancer in the skin, lymph no…

This early-phase study tests whether Mozobil, a drug already used to boost stem cells for transplants, can safely raise white blood cell counts in people with WHIMS. WHIMS is a rare genetic condition that traps infection-fighting cells in the bone marrow, leading to frequent infe…

This phase III trial compares two consolidation treatments for people with relapsed or refractory follicular lymphoma whose cancer has shrunk after chemotherapy. Participants receive either a radioactive antibody called Zevalin or high-dose chemotherapy followed by an autologous …

Researchers are testing a long-acting factor VIII-Fc fusion protein called FRSW117 in adults and adolescents with severe hemophilia A. Participants receive the injection once a week for about a year, with extra doses as needed for bleeding. The trial measures how well this schedu…

This study compares two treatments to help blood clot in severely injured trauma patients who are bleeding heavily. One is a standard frozen blood product (cryoprecipitate) that takes time to thaw, and the other is a dry powder (fibrinogen concentrate) that can be given at the be…

This study tests whether gabapentin, an FDA-approved medication, can help restore the balance of key brain chemicals (GABA and glutamate) in people with bipolar disorder who also use cannabis. Participants are randomly assigned to receive either gabapentin or a placebo for 17 day…

Researchers test whether giving low-dose rituximab after an initial treatment can make the response last longer in adults with immune thrombocytopenia (ITP), a condition where the immune system attacks platelets. The trial enrolls adults whose ITP has not responded well to steroi…

Researchers are testing whether a combination of venetoclax and a three-day course of decitabine works better than the standard pairing of venetoclax and azacitidine for older or unfit adults newly diagnosed with acute myeloid leukemia. The trial enrolls 154 participants and comp…

This phase 2 trial tests a new COVID-19 booster vaccine (GEO-CM04S1) in 80 people with chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL). The goal is to see if this vaccine triggers a stronger immune response than standard mRNA boosters. Participants will receive either the new vaccine or a sta…

This study tests a device that delivers specific light and sound patterns to the brain, aiming to slow the progression of mild-to-moderate Alzheimer's disease. About 670 participants will use the device at home for an hour daily over a year, with half receiving a sham (inactive) …

This study tests fitusiran, a monthly injection, in boys aged 1 to under 12 with severe hemophilia A or B who have developed inhibitors (antibodies that block standard treatment). The goal is to find the right dose to safely lower a protein called antithrombin, which helps preven…

This study tests a chemotherapy drug called CPX-351 in people under 60 with secondary acute myeloid leukemia (AML), a type of leukemia that develops after other blood disorders or cancer treatments. The goal is to see how well the drug can make the cancer disappear or improve blo…

This study tests a new pill, vadadustat, taken three times a week, against the usual injected medicine for anemia in people with kidney failure who are on dialysis. About 350 adults will take part to see if the pill can safely keep their red blood cell levels in a healthy range. …

This phase 2 trial tests whether adding triamcinolone 0.1% ointment to Valchlor gel reduces contact dermatitis, a common skin reaction, in people with early-stage cutaneous T-cell lymphoma. Participants apply Valchlor nightly, with or without the steroid up to three times daily, …

This Phase 3b study is testing whether the drug benralizumab (Fasenra) can allow people with severe eosinophilic asthma to safely reduce their daily maintenance medications. About 504 participants aged 12-75 in China will try to step down from drugs like inhaled steroids or long-…

This trial tests an experimental drug called FLX475, given alone or with the immunotherapy pembrolizumab, in people with advanced cancers that have not responded to standard treatments. The study aims to find the safest dose and to see whether the combination can shrink tumors. P…

This early-phase trial tested the drug enasidenib in 17 people with low-risk myelodysplastic syndrome or a related leukemia who had anemia and did not have a specific gene mutation. The goal was to see if the drug could safely improve red blood cell counts and reduce the need for…

This study looks at how well different immunochemotherapy combinations, such as RCHOP, BR, and RCVP, work for people with small B-cell non-Hodgkin lymphoma. Researchers will track 206 adults with this type of lymphoma to see how many respond to treatment and how long they stay fr…

This trial tests whether adding venetoclax to a standard chemotherapy pair (cytarabine and mitoxantrone) can help adults with acute myeloid leukemia that has relapsed or not responded to initial treatment. In the first phase, researchers find the highest safe dose of cytarabine w…

This trial tests whether screening for anemia at the time a patient consents to hip or knee replacement surgery, which is usually 4 to 6 months before the operation, leads to better outcomes than the standard approach of testing only 2 to 4 weeks before surgery. About 800 adults …

This phase 2 trial tests a combination of four drugs, selinexor, bortezomib, lenalidomide, and dexamethasone (SVRd), in people newly diagnosed with multiple myeloma whose disease has spread outside the bone marrow, called extramedullary disease. The study aims to see how well thi…

This study tested a new approach to treat vivax malaria, a type that can hide in the liver and come back. Researchers used a quick test to check for a genetic condition (G6PD deficiency) that can cause dangerous side effects with the standard drug primaquine. Then, they gave a hi…

This trial tests whether MitoQ, an antioxidant supplement, can improve platelet function in adults with sickle cell anemia. Platelets in sickle cell disease are often overactive, which may contribute to blood vessel damage and complications. Researchers will give 18 participants,…

This early-phase trial tests a new therapy for Hodgkin and non-Hodgkin lymphoma that has returned or not responded to standard treatment. Researchers take a patient's own immune cells, train them in the lab to recognize five cancer-specific proteins (tumor-associated antigens), a…

This phase 2 trial tests a new drug combination called MK-4280A (favezelimab plus pembrolizumab) against standard chemotherapy in people with classical Hodgkin lymphoma that has come back or stopped responding to treatment. About 200 participants will be randomly assigned to rece…

This study tested a daily medication called acalabrutinib in 552 adults with chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL), a type of blood cancer. Participants included those newly diagnosed, those whose cancer returned, and those who had previously taken a similar drug. The goal was to se…

This study tests a new medicine, crovalimab, for paroxysmal nocturnal hemoglobinuria (PNH), a rare blood disease that destroys red blood cells. It involves healthy volunteers and people with PNH to check safety and how well the drug works. The goal is to control the disease, not …

This study looks at whether voxelotor, a drug that helps red blood cells stay healthy, can improve physical function in people with sickle cell disease. Six adults aged 18-65 will take the drug for 6 months and have their walking ability tested. The goal is to see if the drug hel…

This phase II trial tests whether the combination of lenalidomide and dexamethasone can help people with POEMS syndrome, a rare blood disorder that damages nerves and causes other symptoms. Participants receive the drug combo either before local radiation or intensive treatment, …

This trial tests whether combining two drugs, brentuximab vedotin (Adcetris) and bendamustine (Levact), can safely and effectively treat Hodgkin lymphoma in people aged 60 to 80 who have not had prior treatment. The standard therapy, ABVD, often causes lung damage in older adults…

This study looks at whether dupilumab, an injectable medication, can improve lung function and reduce symptoms in adults with COPD who have a specific type of inflammation. The researchers are reviewing medical records from patients who received dupilumab as part of routine care,…

This study tests whether video directly observed therapy (VDOT) — where patients or caregivers use a smartphone app to record themselves taking hydroxyurea — can improve adherence in young people with sickle cell disease. Participants will use an electronic pill bottle to track t…

This study looks at whether placing an antibiotic paste directly into the infected bone during surgery can cure foot bone infections. Adults with foot osteomyelitis will receive the paste instead of six weeks of intravenous antibiotics, followed by a short course of oral antibiot…

This early-stage trial is testing whether adding the targeted drug orelabrutinib to a standard chemotherapy regimen can safely treat newly diagnosed primary central nervous system lymphoma (PCNSL), a rare type of lymphoma that starts in the brain or spinal cord. The study will en…

This phase 2 trial is testing whether adding venetoclax, a pill taken daily for 12 months, can reduce the number of leukemia stem cells that remain in the bone marrow of people with chronic myeloid leukemia (CML) who are already in deep molecular remission on standard TKI therapy…

This study tests whether aerobic exercise in simulated altitude (normobaric hypoxia) can improve body composition and metabolism in people with MASLD, a type of fatty liver disease. Twenty sedentary adults with MASLD will walk on a treadmill for 8 weeks, either in mild altitude o…

This phase III trial is testing whether taking oral azacitidine as a maintenance therapy after an allogeneic stem cell transplant can help prevent relapse in people with acute myeloid leukemia (AML) or myelodysplastic syndromes (MDS). Participants are randomly assigned to receive…

This phase III trial is testing whether adding selinexor to a standard two-drug regimen (bortezomib and dexamethasone) can help people with relapsed or refractory multiple myeloma—a blood cancer that has returned or stopped responding to treatment. About 154 adults with measurabl…

This trial compares two ways of taking the standard malaria treatment for Plasmodium vivax: one group receives chloroquine and primaquine under direct medical supervision, while the other takes the same medication at home with phone check-ins. The goal is to see if unsupervised t…

This trial tests whether stem cells grown in the lab before being returned to the body can help blood counts recover faster after a stem cell transplant for multiple myeloma. Adults aged 18 to 65 with myeloma in first response will receive their own amplified stem cells. The main…

This early-phase trial tests a new type of immunotherapy for people who develop a rare blood cancer called post-transplant lymphoproliferative disease (PTLD) after a solid organ transplant. The treatment uses the patient's own immune cells (T-cells) that are engineered to resist …

This study looks at how a shorter tuberculosis (TB) treatment regimen works for children and adolescents with non-severe TB in Zambia. It involves children, caregivers, health workers, and policymakers to understand how well the regimen is accepted, followed, and feasible in real…

This study looked at 220 adults with chronic myeloid leukemia who had been in deep remission for at least two years while taking imatinib. Researchers wanted to see if stopping the drug would cause the cancer to come back. They found that many patients stayed in remission after s…

This phase 2 trial is investigating whether adding the targeted drug copanlisib to the standard R-CHOP chemoimmunotherapy regimen can help people with previously untreated diffuse large B-cell lymphoma (DLBCL) live longer without their cancer progressing. The study enrolls adults…

This study tracks adults with relapsed or refractory multiple myeloma who are already receiving isatuximab as part of their routine care. Researchers will measure how many patients respond to treatment, how long the response lasts, and how the drug affects quality of life and sid…

This trial tests whether giving children with uncomplicated malaria a triple combination of artemisinin-based drugs works better than the standard two-drug treatment. The goal is to see if using three drugs together can delay the malaria parasite from becoming resistant. Children…

This phase 2 trial tests whether personalized dosing of epoetin alfa—a lab-made hormone that boosts red blood cell production—can reduce or eliminate the need for blood transfusions in very low birth weight premature infants with neonatal anemia. Researchers will study how the dr…

This study follows about 269 people with chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) who are starting venetoclax, a targeted pill. Researchers will track how well the drug shrinks or controls the cancer over the first year, and how long it takes before patients need another treatment. The…

This study tests a milder chemotherapy and immune-suppressing regimen before a stem cell transplant for children and young adults with non-malignant blood disorders like sickle cell disease or immune deficiencies. The goal is to safely achieve donor cell engraftment with fewer si…

This study tests whether giving blood transfusions more liberally (when hemoglobin drops to 9 g/dL) versus more restrictively (when it drops to 7.5 g/dL) reduces death and serious complications like heart attack, stroke, or kidney injury in patients aged 70 and older undergoing n…

This study tests whether adding the targeted drug venetoclax to standard chemotherapy helps more adults with acute myeloid leukemia (AML) achieve remission. It enrolls people aged 18 to 65 with intermediate- or high-risk AML who have not yet been treated. The main goal is to see …

This study tests whether a peer coaching program delivered by phone and text can help adolescents and young adults (ages 16–22) with chronic conditions like sickle cell disease, diabetes, or cystic fibrosis improve their self-management skills. Participants are paired with a trai…

This study tracks the safety and effectiveness of bosutinib (Bosulif) in people with chronic myelogenous leukemia (CML) who are either newly diagnosed or have not responded to or tolerated prior treatments. Researchers will monitor side effects and how well the drug controls the …

This trial tests a gene therapy called valoctocogene roxaparvovec for people with severe hemophilia A who have developed inhibitors (antibodies that block standard treatment). The therapy uses a harmless virus to deliver a working copy of the gene for clotting factor VIII, so the…

This phase 2 trial is testing whether combining two drugs, ponatinib and 5-azacitidine, can improve survival in people with advanced chronic myeloid leukemia (CML). The study includes adults whose CML has progressed to an accelerated phase or a more aggressive blast crisis. Parti…

This study tests whether adjusting the daily dose of the leukemia drug dasatinib based on a patient's blood levels can improve safety and effectiveness. Adults newly diagnosed with chronic phase chronic myeloid leukemia (CML) will receive either standard dosing or a dose tailored…

This phase 2 trial tests whether adding pioglitazone (a diabetes drug) to the standard leukemia medication imatinib can eliminate remaining cancer cells in people with chronic-phase chronic myeloid leukemia (CML). Participants must have been on imatinib for at least two years and…

This trial tests whether adding the targeted drug ponatinib to standard chemotherapy (cytarabine) can help prevent relapse in adults with a specific, high-risk genetic form of acute myeloid leukemia (FLT3-ITD AML) who are already in first remission. The study includes two age gro…

This study tests whether a low daily dose of the antibiotic linezolid, added to a personalized combination of other drugs, is safe and tolerable for people with multidrug-resistant tuberculosis (MDR-TB). Participants take either linezolid or a placebo for 16 weeks, alongside thei…

This trial investigates whether adjusting the dose of imatinib (Gleevec) based on the drug's level in the blood can improve outcomes for people newly diagnosed with chronic phase chronic myeloid leukemia (CML). Participants whose imatinib blood level is low after 28 days are rand…

This study tests whether a secure website with educational sessions, goal-setting, and tracking tools can help survivors of several cancers (including breast, prostate, colorectal, and others) improve their diet, increase physical activity, and manage weight. Participants are age…

This study tested a program to help people with opioid use disorder stay on their medication after being hospitalized for serious infections like endocarditis or bone infections. Forty adults took part to see if the program was practical and helpful. The goal is to improve long-t…

This study tests whether a single intravenous (IV) dose of iron works better than daily oral iron pills to treat moderate anemia in new mothers. About 4,800 women who have moderate anemia 6 to 48 hours after delivery will receive either a one-time IV iron infusion plus folic acid…

This study tested whether Naderin, an immune-boosting drug, could prevent low white blood cell counts in 79 women with breast cancer receiving first-line chemotherapy. Participants either received Naderin alongside chemotherapy or chemotherapy alone. The results showed that only …

This study tested whether adding Naderin (sodium nucleinate) to standard treatment could reduce complications in 75 patients with cancer, tuberculosis, or hepatitis C. The main group received Naderin plus standard therapy, while the control group received standard therapy alone. …

This trial investigates whether anemic patients scheduled for hip or knee replacement surgery benefit from taking an iron supplement (Sideremil Vita) for 30 days before the operation, compared to taking it for only 15 days. The goal is to see if the longer treatment reduces the n…

This pilot study tested whether the multiple myeloma drug carfilzomib can be safely given at home instead of in a hospital. Seventeen patients received their first cycle in the clinic and later cycles at home, with nurses administering the short infusion. The main goal was to see…

This study looked at whether taking oral azacitidine (Onureg) as maintenance therapy can help older adults with acute myeloid leukemia (AML) stay in remission longer after treatment with CPX-351 chemotherapy. The study included 100 patients aged 65 and older who had achieved remi…

This study tested whether adding ixazomib to the standard drug ibrutinib can help people with mantle cell lymphoma that has returned or not responded to prior treatment. Forty-three adults received both pills by mouth in cycles. Researchers looked for the best dose and measured h…

This study looked at whether giving romiplostim, a drug that boosts platelet production, could reduce the need for platelet transfusions in patients with low platelet counts after heart or lung transplantation or use of heart/lung support devices. Researchers compared a group of …

This study tested a chemotherapy drug called CPX-351 in 59 adults aged 60 to 75 with a high-risk form of acute myeloid leukemia (AML). The goal was to see how well it could put the cancer into remission. Participants received the drug through an IV, and some also had a stem cell …

This study tested a combination of two drugs, brentuximab vedotin and bendamustine, in 65 patients with Hodgkin lymphoma or anaplastic large cell lymphoma that had come back or didn't respond to earlier treatments. The goal was to find the safest dose and see how well the drugs w…

This study tests whether adding the targeted drug inotuzumab ozogamicin to a milder chemotherapy regimen improves survival in adults over 55 with a specific type of acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL) that is Philadelphia chromosome-negative and CD22-positive. Participants receive…

This phase 3 trial tests whether a personalized cell therapy called bb2121 works better than standard drug combinations for people with relapsed and refractory multiple myeloma. About 386 participants were randomly assigned to receive either bb2121 or one of several standard regi…

This study tested two drug combinations in 186 adults with multiple myeloma that came back or didn't respond after earlier treatment. One group got pomalidomide plus low-dose dexamethasone, and another got those two plus daratumumab. The goal was to see if the tumors shrank enoug…

This study tested whether adding a structured treadmill walking program to standard iron therapy improves exercise tolerance and quality of life in young women with mild-to-moderate iron deficiency anemia. Sixty women aged 18-28 were split into two groups: one received iron suppl…

This study looked at whether using a blood test (NTproBNP) to guide heart-protecting medications can safely prevent heart damage in people with breast cancer or lymphoma receiving anthracycline chemotherapy. About 108 adults participated, and researchers measured how many joined,…

This study reviewed medical records of 37 adults with Philadelphia-positive acute lymphoblastic leukemia (Ph+ ALL) who took asciminib because other treatments stopped working or caused side effects. Researchers wanted to see how many patients achieved complete remission within th…

This phase 2 trial investigates whether combining rituximab with lenalidomide works as well as standard rituximab-based chemotherapy for patients aged 75 and older with relapsed diffuse large B-cell lymphoma. The study focuses not only on controlling the cancer but also on mainta…

This study tested whether measuring oxygen levels in the blood (ScvO2) can help doctors decide when to give blood transfusions to anemic patients after heart surgery. 100 patients were randomly assigned to receive transfusions based on standard guidelines or only if their ScvO2 w…

This phase 2 trial tested the oral drug lorlatinib in 9 people with ALK-positive anaplastic large cell lymphoma whose cancer had returned or stopped responding to previous ALK inhibitors. The main goal was to see how many patients' tumors shrank or disappeared. Researchers also t…

This early-phase study tested a new treatment for children and young adults with a type of leukemia that came back or did not respond to standard therapy. The approach uses the patient's own immune cells, modified in a lab to recognize and attack cancer cells carrying a protein c…

This phase 2 study tested a combination of two chemotherapy drugs, busulfan and melphalan, given before an autologous stem cell transplant in 78 people with newly diagnosed multiple myeloma. All participants had already received a bortezomib-based induction therapy and then took …

This early-stage study tested two experimental drugs, odronextamab and cemiplimab, in 105 patients with aggressive B-cell lymphoma that had stopped responding to other treatments. The main goal was to check safety and find the best dose. Researchers also looked at how well the dr…

This study tested a new way to treat blood cancers like leukemia in 16 adults who did not have a standard bone marrow donor. Doctors used a single unit of cord blood that was grown in a lab to increase the number of stem cells before transplant. The goal was to see if this method…

This study tested eculizumab in 25 adults with PNH in China who had not previously taken complement inhibitors. Participants received infusions over 62 weeks. The main goal was to see if the drug reduced LDH levels, a marker of disease activity. Results showed a decrease in LDH, …

This study tested a new treatment for adults with a high-risk form of acute promyelocytic leukemia (APL). The experimental therapy combined arsenic trioxide, ATRA, and a low dose of idarubicin, aiming to improve survival and reduce side effects compared to the standard chemothera…

This pilot study tested whether giving critically ill children on breathing machines extra protein along with a personalized exercise program could help preserve muscle mass and improve recovery. The trial enrolled 18 children in the ICU and measured how feasible and safe the app…

This lab study tested whether concizumab, a drug that blocks a natural clotting inhibitor, can improve blood clotting in people with Glanzmann thrombasthenia (GT), a rare genetic bleeding disorder. Blood samples from 20 adults with GT and healthy donors were mixed with concizumab…

This study looked at 31 adults with chronic myeloid leukemia (CML) whose cancer came back after they stopped taking imatinib. They were given nilotinib, a more powerful targeted therapy, to see if it could make their cancer undetectable again and allow them to stop treatment once…

This study looked at 24 adults in Taiwan with a rare brain lymphoma that came back or didn't respond to treatment. Researchers checked how well the drug tirabrutinib worked and what side effects occurred in everyday medical practice, not a strict research lab. The goal was to see…

This study tested whether a newer blood thinner, rivaroxaban (Xarelto), is as safe and effective as the older drug warfarin for preventing strokes in people who develop atrial fibrillation after heart surgery. About 100 adults who had open-heart surgery and then experienced a new…

This phase 2 trial tested an antibody drug called IPH2101 in 30 people with smoldering multiple myeloma, an early form of bone marrow cancer. The drug aims to boost the immune system to attack cancer cells. Researchers measured how well it controlled the disease and checked for s…

This study tested the drug lenalidomide (Revlimid) in 19 people with a rare type of skin lymphoma called leg-type large B-cell lymphoma that had come back or not responded to initial chemotherapy. Participants took lenalidomide pills daily for 21 days, then rested for 7 days, rep…

This phase II trial tested a combination of pomalidomide and dexamethasone in 84 patients with advanced multiple myeloma whose cancer had worsened despite treatment with bortezomib and lenalidomide. The goal was to see if this drug pair could shrink tumors and control the disease…

This early-phase study tested a new type of CAR T cell therapy, called ALLO-715, made from donor cells (not the patient's own). It was given to 73 adults with multiple myeloma that had come back or stopped responding to at least three prior treatments. The goal was to check safet…

This study tested a stem cell transplant approach for adults with relapsed follicular lymphoma, a type of blood cancer. The treatment included the drug rituximab to help control the disease and prevent complications. The goal was to see if this strategy could improve survival and…

This phase 2 trial tested a combination of rabbit antithymocyte globulin (Thymoglobuline) and ciclosporin in 35 people with acquired aplastic anemia, a condition where the bone marrow stops making enough blood cells. The goal was to see if this rabbit-based immune-suppressing tre…

This study tested a new two-drug combination (KAF156 plus a special form of lumefantrine) in 295 children aged 6 months to 18 years with uncomplicated malaria. The goal was to see if the treatment safely clears the parasite and prevents the infection from coming back. The approac…

This study tested whether an oral medication (CC-486) could help elderly patients with a serious blood disorder called myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS) maintain their improvement after initial injectable treatment. Eleven patients who had responded to injectable azacitidine switche…

This study tested whether the drug eculizumab (Soliris) can help children with a severe kidney condition called STEC-HUS recover faster. The trial gave 100 children either eculizumab or a placebo over several weeks. The main goal was to see if the drug reduces the number of days …

This study tested a new intravenous immunoglobulin (IVIg) treatment called Kedrion IVIg 10% in 47 people with primary immunodeficiency, a condition where the immune system cannot make enough antibodies. The goal was to see if regular infusions of this antibody therapy could preve…

This study tested a combination of three drugs (DPX-Survivac, low-dose cyclophosphamide, and pembrolizumab) in 25 adults with diffuse large B-cell lymphoma that had come back or not responded to previous treatments. The goal was to see if the immune system could be boosted to shr…

This study observed 45 people with chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) who were taking the drug acalabrutinib (Calquence) along with a direct oral anticoagulant (DOAC), a type of blood thinner. The main goal was to see how many patients had serious bleeding events while on this co…

This completed phase 2 study tested a combination of two drugs, isatuximab and cemiplimab, in 37 adults with relapsed or refractory NK/T-cell lymphoma, a rare and aggressive blood cancer. The goal was to see if the combination could shrink tumors or stop the cancer from growing. …

This phase 2 trial tested a drug called lacutamab (IPH4102) in 170 people with advanced T-cell lymphoma, including Sezary syndrome and mycosis fungoides. The drug is an antibody that targets a protein on cancer cells. It was given alone or with chemotherapy to see if it could shr…

This study tracked 102 US adults with relapsed or refractory diffuse large B-cell lymphoma (a type of blood cancer) who were treated with a combination of tafasitamab and lenalidomide. The goal was to see how safe and effective this treatment is, especially for racial and ethnic …

This study tested whether a drug called mepolizumab, given after a severe COPD flare-up that required hospital care, could prevent future hospital stays or death. It involved 238 adults with eosinophilic COPD (a type with high levels of certain white blood cells). Participants re…

This study tested whether adding eltrombopag to standard immunosuppressive therapy improves early recovery in patients with severe aplastic anemia, a rare condition where the bone marrow stops making enough blood cells. 202 participants received either standard treatment (horse a…

This study tested a new combination of chemotherapy drugs for children and young adults with acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL) that had returned or not responded to first treatment. The goal was to find the safest dose of clofarabine when given with other medicines. Twenty parti…

This study looked at whether Vidaza, a drug used for acute leukemia, could also help treat atrial fibrillation (an irregular heartbeat). The idea was that Vidaza might reverse certain DNA changes that lower the activity of a gene important for heart function. Only one person took…

This early-phase study tested whether giving specially selected donor immune cells (NK cells) soon after a stem cell transplant is safe for people with blood cancers. Seventeen patients received the cells, and researchers monitored for serious side effects within 30 days. The goa…

This study tested a new approach for people with early-stage follicular lymphoma, a slow-growing blood cancer. Instead of standard full-dose radiation, participants received low-dose radiation combined with the drug Obinutuzumab (Gazyvaro). The goal was to see if this combination…

This study tested different combinations of cancer drugs (carfilzomib, cyclophosphamide, lenalidomide, and dexamethasone) in 477 adults newly diagnosed with multiple myeloma who were eligible for a stem cell transplant. The goal was to see which combination worked best before and…

This study followed 152 adults in Greece with severe eosinophilic asthma who were starting benralizumab, a medication that helps control severe asthma. Researchers measured not only standard asthma control but also quality of life, sleep, mood, and physical activity using wearabl…

This early-phase trial tested a combination of two drugs—177Lu-DOTA-TATE (a radioactive therapy) and olaparib (a PARP inhibitor)—in 18 people with certain cancers like neuroendocrine tumors, thymoma, or mesothelioma that have a specific marker (somatostatin receptor). The goal wa…

This Phase 2 trial tested whether Humira (adalimumab), a drug used for arthritis, can help people with Netherton syndrome, a rare genetic skin condition that causes severe inflammation, itching, and pain. Eleven patients received six injections over three months, followed by thre…

This study tested whether adding the drug bortezomib to the standard chemotherapy before a donor stem cell transplant could help people with multiple myeloma live longer without their cancer getting worse. Fifty-four adults received the new drug combo. The main goal was to see if…

This phase 2 trial tested a three-drug combination (carfilzomib, lenalidomide, and dexamethasone) followed by a stem cell transplant and maintenance therapy in 46 newly diagnosed multiple myeloma patients aged 65 or younger. The goal was to see if this intensive approach could le…

This study tested whether a combination of two drugs, venetoclax and azacitidine, can help adults with acute myeloid leukemia (AML) stay in remission after initial chemotherapy. The goal was to find the right dose and see if it safely delays the cancer from coming back. The study…

This Phase 3 trial tested whether adding tucidinostat (an oral HDAC inhibitor) to standard R-CHOP chemotherapy improves outcomes for people with newly diagnosed MYC/BCL2 double-expressor diffuse large B-cell lymphoma, an aggressive subtype. The study enrolled 423 adults who had n…

This study tested two ways of managing breathing during heart bypass surgery to see which better prevents lung complications. Over 1,500 adults having planned heart surgery were randomly assigned to either no breathing support or gentle, low-volume breaths while on the heart-lung…

This study tested adding lenalidomide (Revlimid) to standard chemotherapy (RICE) for people with relapsed diffuse large B-cell lymphoma. The goal was to see if the combination is safe and can improve response rates, helping more patients qualify for a stem cell transplant. Only 1…

This study tested two different drug combinations for people with a type of blood cancer called diffuse large B-cell lymphoma (DLBCL) who cannot take the usual strong chemotherapy. The trial compared a newer drug (inotuzumab ozogamicin) plus standard therapy against another commo…

This study looked at 700 adults up to age 65 with multiple myeloma to see if high-dose therapy with a stem cell transplant works better than standard drug therapy (lenalidomide, bortezomib, and dexamethasone). The goal was to find out which approach delays the cancer from growing…

This phase 3 trial tested whether taking lenalidomide (Revlimid) after an autologous stem cell transplant helps people with myeloma stay in remission longer. Over 600 participants under age 65 who had no signs of progression after transplant were randomly assigned to receive lena…

This study tested a drug called daratumumab combined with dexamethasone in 64 people with multiple myeloma that had stopped responding to three other treatments. The goal was to see how many patients' tumors shrank or disappeared. The treatment is not a cure, but aims to control …

This study tested a combination of thalidomide, bortezomib, and high-dose melphalan followed by a stem cell transplant in 29 patients with advanced multiple myeloma who had already failed one round of treatment. The goal was to find the safest dose of thalidomide and see how well…

This study looked at how well the JETi device works in real-world settings to remove blood clots from deep leg veins (venous thrombosis). The device uses suction and tiny water jets to break up and remove clots. In 121 patients, the device successfully cleared at least 75% of the…

This study looked at whether a stem cell transplant can help people under 65 with untreated chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) live longer without their cancer getting worse. 241 participants received either standard treatment or a transplant. The main goal was to see how long th…

This study tested whether adding a drug called vorinostat to the standard combination of lenalidomide and dexamethasone could help patients whose multiple myeloma had stopped responding to lenalidomide. The trial enrolled 25 adults with relapsed or refractory multiple myeloma. Th…

This phase 2 trial tested a combination of chemotherapy (FCR) plus the drug lenalidomide in 21 people with previously untreated chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL). The goal was to see if adding lenalidomide could help more patients achieve a complete response, meaning no signs of…

This study tested a drug called alemtuzumab (Campath) as a first treatment for children with hemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis (HLH), a rare and life-threatening immune disorder. The goal was to see if it could help children survive until they could receive a stem cell transplan…

This study tested whether denosumab, a drug given as a shot every 6 months, can improve bone density in people with osteoporosis caused by systemic mastocytosis. 24 adults with the condition took part. The goal was to see if the drug strengthens bones and prevents fractures bette…

This study tested a new robotic surgery technique that protects the vagus nerve during spleen removal and blood vessel disconnection in 60 cirrhosis patients with portal hypertension. The goal was to see if it reduces common side effects like diarrhea and delayed stomach emptying…

This study tested a stem cell transplant from a half-matched family donor for people with severe aplastic anemia, a condition where the bone marrow stops making enough blood cells. The goal was to see if this approach could improve survival one year after the transplant. The tria…

This study tested whether an educational worksheet plus health coaching could help people with chronic kidney disease improve their blood pressure. 320 adults with moderate to severe kidney disease and uncontrolled high blood pressure took part. The goal was to see if the coachin…

This study tested whether adding the experimental drug navitoclax to the standard drug ruxolitinib works better than ruxolitinib alone for people with myelofibrosis, a type of bone marrow cancer. The main goal was to see if the combination could shrink an enlarged spleen by at le…

This study tested three different starting doses (45 mg, 30 mg, and 15 mg daily) of the drug ponatinib in 283 adults with chronic phase chronic myeloid leukemia (CML) that had stopped responding to other treatments or had a specific genetic mutation (T315I). The main goal was to …

This phase 2 study tested a single infusion of brexucabtagene autoleucel (KTE-X19), a CAR T-cell therapy, in 105 patients with relapsed or refractory mantle cell lymphoma. The treatment aims to help the body's own immune cells recognize and attack cancer. Results showed that many…

This early-phase study tested a combination of two drugs, venetoclax and omacetaxine, in 6 adults with acute myeloid leukemia (AML) whose cancer had stopped responding to venetoclax-based treatments. The main goal was to find the safest dose of omacetaxine when given with venetoc…

This study tests whether a special donor plasma product called OctaplasLG can help people with septic shock who develop blood clotting problems. Sixty participants will receive either OctaplasLG or a placebo (salt water) to see if the treatment improves clotting and outcomes. The…

This early-phase trial tested a new type of stem cell transplant called a microtransplant in 25 people with myeloid blood cancers (like leukemia) who were too old or frail for a standard transplant. Unlike a regular transplant, this one used stem cells from a partially matched fa…

This study looked at how well benralizumab (Fasenra) works for people with severe eosinophilic asthma in real-world clinics across the Gulf, Latin America, and India. Researchers tracked 291 patients to see if their asthma control improved over time using a standard questionnaire…

This study looked at ways to reduce the need for blood transfusions in patients having planned heart surgery with a heart-lung machine. The researchers tested two approaches: improving how doctors decide to give transfusions and treating low iron and anemia before and after surge…

This early-phase study tested a gene therapy for sickle cell disease in 6 patients aged 12-20. Doctors took the patients' own blood stem cells, added a working gene to help produce healthy red blood cells, and infused them back after chemotherapy. The goal was to see if the treat…

This Phase 3 trial tested two chemotherapy combinations—BEGEV and GDP—in 88 adults with relapsed or refractory classical Hodgkin lymphoma. Patients received either regimen in 21-day cycles, and their response was checked with a PET scan after three cycles. Those who achieved at l…

This study tested a therapy called bb2121, made from a patient's own immune cells that are reprogrammed to attack myeloma cells. It included over 300 people with multiple myeloma that had returned or was high-risk. The goal was to see if the treatment could shrink tumors and cont…

This pilot study tested a combined bone marrow and kidney transplant from a partially matched family donor in 10 people with both a blood disorder and chronic kidney disease. The goal was to treat both conditions at once and possibly reduce the need for lifelong anti-rejection dr…

This large study in rural India trained village health workers to diagnose and treat common illnesses like high blood pressure, diarrhea, pneumonia, malaria, asthma, and COPD. Over 72,000 adults aged 16-60 from 80 tribal villages took part. The goal was to reduce deaths by at lea…

This study looked at how well blinatumomab works and how safe it is in 92 adults with B-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia that had come back or was not responding to treatment. Patients received the drug through a French compassionate use program. Researchers measured survival, r…

This study tested whether adding zanubrutinib to obinutuzumab works better than obinutuzumab alone for adults with follicular lymphoma that returned or didn't respond to prior treatments. About 217 people took part. The main goal was to see how many patients had their tumors shri…

This study tested a combination of two drugs, pembrolizumab and lenvatinib, in 43 people with advanced thymic carcinoma or a related thymoma that had worsened after standard chemotherapy. The goal was to see if the combination could stop or slow cancer growth. Participants receiv…

This study tested whether a personalized treatment plan—based on each person's test results—works better than standard care for people with mild cognitive impairment or early-stage dementia. 73 adults aged 45-76 took part, receiving either the tailored plan or usual care for 9 mo…

This study tested whether a stem cell transplant (using the patient's own cells) works better than standard chemotherapy for people with a high-risk form of Waldenström macroglobulinemia, a rare blood cancer. 70 patients in China took part. The goal was to see if the transplant c…

This study tested a treatment plan using thalidomide, cyclophosphamide, and dexamethasone, followed by long-term thalidomide and prednisone, in 44 adults newly diagnosed with Waldenström macroglobulinemia, a rare blood cancer. The goal was to see how well the oral regimen control…

This study tested a new 9-day treatment plan for people with severe aplastic anemia, a rare condition where the bone marrow stops making enough blood cells. The treatment combines three drugs (rabbit antithymocyte globulin, cyclosporine, and levamisole) to suppress the immune sys…

This study tested two chemotherapy regimens (EDOCH and DHAP) given one after the other, with or without the targeted drug rituximab, in 55 younger adults (65 or under) newly diagnosed with mantle cell lymphoma. The goal was to see which combination better controls the cancer and …

This trial compared two approaches for twin-to-twin transfusion syndrome (TTTS) stage 1: immediate laser surgery versus careful observation. 179 pregnant women with TTTS stage 1 and favorable conditions took part. The goal was to see which strategy leads to better survival and br…

This study tested two different drug combinations in 35 people newly diagnosed with Waldenström macroglobulinemia, a rare blood cancer. The goal was to see which combination better controls the disease and improves survival without progression. Participants received either rituxi…

This study tested two low-dose rituximab schedules in 100 adults with immune thrombocytopenia (ITP), a condition causing low platelet counts and bleeding. The goal was to see which regimen better raises platelets and controls bleeding. Participants had failed or relapsed on stand…

This phase 2 trial tested a combination of two drugs, bortezomib and dexamethasone, in 18 adults with acquired pure red cell aplasia whose disease did not improve or came back after first treatment. The goal was to see if the combination could safely control the condition. The st…

This study tested whether using an early PET scan after two rounds of chemotherapy can help doctors choose the right treatment for people with advanced Hodgkin lymphoma. Patients whose scan showed a good response got a milder chemo, while those with less response continued strong…

This study tested whether adding the drug isatuximab to a standard two-drug regimen (carfilzomib and dexamethasone) helps people with multiple myeloma that has returned or stopped responding to prior treatments. 302 adults who had already received 1 to 3 prior therapies took part…

This study tested a combination of pomalidomide and dexamethasone in 63 patients with multiple myeloma that had returned or stopped responding to treatment, and who had specific high-risk genetic changes. The goal was to see how well the drugs controlled the disease and what side…

This study tested a three-drug chemotherapy combination (cladribine, homoharringtonine, and cytarabine) in 65 adults under 60 with newly diagnosed acute myeloid leukemia (AML). The goal was to see how well it wiped out leukemia cells and how safe it was. Results tracked complete …

This early-phase study tested a new type of cell therapy for people with advanced B-cell non-Hodgkin lymphoma or chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) that had returned or not responded to standard treatments. Researchers took patients' own immune cells (T-cells) and added a special…

This early-stage trial tested an experimental drug called CyPep-1, injected directly into tumors, either alone or with the immunotherapy pembrolizumab. The study involved 60 adults with advanced solid cancers that had stopped responding to standard treatments. The main goals were…

This early-phase trial tested an experimental drug called VS-6766, given alone or with everolimus, in 104 adults with advanced solid tumors or multiple myeloma that had stopped responding to standard treatments. The goal was to find a safe, tolerable dosing schedule and measure h…

This study looked at whether giving whole blood (all blood parts together) works as well as giving separate blood parts (red cells, plasma, platelets) to people with severe bleeding from trauma. About 200 patients who needed a massive transfusion were included. The goal was to se…

This early-phase trial tested a combination of two drugs—pembrolizumab (an immunotherapy) and nintedanib (a drug that blocks blood vessel growth)—in 196 adults with advanced solid tumors that had worsened after standard treatment. The main goal was to find the safest dose of nint…

This study tested a drug called navitoclax, either alone or added to the standard drug ruxolitinib, in 191 people with myelofibrosis. The main goal was to see if the treatment could shrink the spleen by at least 35% after 24 weeks. The trial also looked at whether it could reduce…

This study tested three types of iron supplements in 187 adults who had low iron before major surgery and developed anemia after it. The goal was to see which treatment—two different IV iron formulas or oral iron pills—worked best to quickly raise hemoglobin levels. The results h…

This phase 2 trial tested whether adding the targeted drug obinutuzumab to standard chemotherapy (DHAP) and stem cell transplant could better control mantle cell lymphoma in 86 previously untreated patients. Participants received obinutuzumab during induction, before transplant, …

This study tested a drug called crizanlizumab in 36 men with sickle cell disease who suffer from priapism—painful erections lasting an hour or more. The goal was to see if the drug could reduce how often these events happen. Participants received the drug by IV and reported their…

This study tested whether adding eltrombopag (a platelet booster) to standard immune-suppressing drugs (r-ATG and cyclosporine A) helps patients with severe aplastic anemia, a rare condition where the bone marrow stops making enough blood cells. Thirty-six East-Asian adults and c…

Malaria in pregnancy often causes no symptoms, yet it can lead to anaemia, premature birth, and low birth weight. Standard rapid tests miss many of these quiet infections. Researchers are comparing a new high-sensitivity rapid diagnostic test with conventional tests in 930 pregna…

Malaria in pregnancy can hide in the placenta and harm both mother and baby, yet it often goes undetected. This study enrolls about 1,200 pregnant women in Africa to see whether malaria rapid diagnostic tests, blood smears, and PCR on maternal blood can accurately detect or predi…

Researchers in Senegal are testing a new way to care for children under 15 who come to primary health clinics with fever or diarrhea. The strategy combines rapid tests for malaria, dengue, and strep A with a digital tool that suggests treatment based on symptoms and test results.…

Children with sickle cell disease who are hospitalized for painful vaso-occlusive crises can develop acute chest syndrome, a serious lung complication. Doctors usually diagnose it with a chest X-ray, but researchers want to know whether lung ultrasound works as well or better. In…

Researchers compare PET scans and MRI to see which imaging method detects more myeloma lesions in adults under 65 with newly diagnosed multiple myeloma. Participants receive both scans at diagnosis, after three cycles of chemotherapy, and at the end of treatment. The study also t…

This study looked at whether certain proteins in saliva can help tell the difference between healthy gums, gingivitis (mild gum inflammation), and periodontitis (serious gum disease). Researchers collected saliva from 60 people and measured three specific biomarkers. The goal is …

Researchers at Izmir Katip Celebi University are testing a deep learning model called UNet to automatically outline bone sequestra, pieces of dead jawbone, on panoramic dental X-rays. The study uses 120 anonymized X-rays with 134 marked lesions from patients who had radiotherapy,…

This study looks at whether a bedside ultrasound (POCUS) can help doctors quickly diagnose acute chest syndrome in children and young adults with sickle cell disease. Researchers will enroll 30 hospitalized patients aged 0-25 to see if the ultrasound is practical and reliable com…

This study is testing whether a set of memory and thinking tests, usually done in person, can be given remotely over a video call. Researchers will compare results from in-person and remote versions to see if they match. If it works, it could make dementia assessments easier for …

This study tests whether a blood test can help doctors tell apart uveitis caused by lymphoma from other types of uveitis. Uveitis is an eye inflammation that can lead to vision loss, and in some cases it is a sign of a rare eye lymphoma that may spread to the brain. The researche…

This study tests whether an artificial intelligence system called GliomaAI-Astro23 can identify a specific type of brain tumor (IDH mutant astrocytoma) from routine MRI scans. Researchers are using existing MRI data from 1,372 patients to train and evaluate the AI. If accurate, t…

This study tested how well a small, portable device (LumiraDx) measures blood clotting (INR) compared to standard lab tests. Researchers collected blood from 420 adults, some taking warfarin and some not, using both a fingerstick and a vein draw. The goal was to see if the device…

This study tested whether a fingerstick blood test (LumiraDx INR test) gives accurate results for people taking the blood thinner phenprocoumon. Researchers compared fingerstick results to standard lab tests in 102 adults. The goal is to see if this quick test can reliably monito…

This study tested a new diagnostic tool that uses imaging flow cytometry to examine platelets in blood samples. Researchers compared it to standard lab tests in 31 patients suspected of having platelet disorders or heparin-induced thrombocytopenia. The goal was to see if the new …

This study tested a new blood test designed to quickly determine whether the complement system is involved in a serious kidney condition called thrombotic microangiopathy (TMA). The test measures complement deposits on cells in a lab sample. Researchers compared test results to h…

This study tested whether a special heart ultrasound (2D strain imaging) can detect early signs of heart damage caused by anthracycline chemotherapy in 100 leukemia patients. The goal is to catch problems sooner, so doctors can adjust treatment and reduce the risk of permanent he…

This study tested whether analyzing proteins from kidney biopsy and urine samples can improve the diagnosis of microvascular inflammation, a key sign of antibody-mediated rejection in kidney transplant recipients. Researchers used mass spectrometry to find protein signatures in 1…

This study compares two types of PET/CT scans—one using a standard tracer (FDG) and another using a newer tracer (FCH)—to see which detects more bone lesions in people newly diagnosed with multiple myeloma. Twenty participants will receive both scans and an MRI within three weeks…

This completed study looked at whether certain proteins in the blood (called biomarkers) can help predict acute graft-versus-host disease (aGVHD) in 500 patients who had a stem cell transplant for blood cancers. Researchers measured levels of REG3, ST2, IL-6, IL-8, and TNF R ever…

This early-phase study tested a new radioactive tracer called [18F]-Fludarabine for PET scans in 10 people with untreated chronic lymphocytic leukemia or diffuse large B-cell lymphoma. The goal was to see how the tracer spreads in the body and how well it highlights cancer cells.…

This study looked at whether the Montreal Cognitive Assessment (MoCA), a short test, can accurately screen for thinking and memory problems in adults with sickle cell disease. Researchers compared MoCA results to a full set of standard cognitive tests in 65 adults. The goal is to…

Researchers are testing whether giving azacitidine, a chemotherapy drug, together with donor lymphocyte infusions after a stem cell transplant can prevent relapse in people with high-risk acute myeloid leukemia or myelodysplastic syndrome. About 30 patients will receive the combi…

Researchers are testing a new drug called VMX-C001 to see if it can help blood clot normally in people who take common blood thinners. The trial gives single doses of VMX-C001 or a placebo to healthy volunteers, and also to healthy older adults who take one of three blood thinner…

This trial tests whether giving infants a preventive dose of the antimalarial drug sulfadoxine-pyrimethamine during routine health visits can lower their risk of malaria and anemia. Researchers will follow about 2,100 children in Cameroon, comparing those in areas receiving this …

This trial tests whether giving infants in Côte d'Ivoire a preventive dose of an antimalarial drug at routine health visits can lower their risk of malaria and anemia. Researchers will compare outcomes for infants in areas receiving this intervention against those receiving stand…

This study tests the safety of an experimental medicine called L9LS in infants aged 1 to 12 months in Mali. It also looks at how L9LS affects the immune response to a malaria vaccine called R21/Matrix-M. The goal is to find a better way to prevent malaria in young children.

This trial tests whether a single high dose of vitamin A, given before a donor stem cell transplant, can prevent gastrointestinal graft-versus-host disease (GVHD), a condition where donor cells attack the gut. Vitamin A deficiency is linked to a higher risk of this complication, …

This study tested whether fosfomycin, an older antibiotic, works as well as ciprofloxacin for preventing serious infections in people with blood cancers like leukemia or those receiving a stem cell transplant. 177 adults from 11 Spanish hospitals took part. The main goal was to s…

This study tested whether specially built houses (Star Homes) could reduce malaria, respiratory infections, and diarrhea in children under 13 in rural Tanzania. Over 1,100 children lived either in a Star Home or a traditional mud house. The Star Homes have screened windows, solar…

This study tested whether giving antimalarial drugs to everyone in high-risk villages and forest workers could lower malaria cases in Thailand. Over 14,000 people took part. The goal was to see if this approach reduces infections from both Plasmodium falciparum and Plasmodium viv…

This study looked at 86 women with Factor V Leiden or Factor II mutations who had no history of blood clots. Researchers compared how long doctors prescribed blood thinners after childbirth (less than 2 weeks vs. 6 weeks) to see if shorter treatment was still effective at prevent…

This study tested a two-step vaccine approach to prevent pneumococcal infections in 26 adults with diffuse large B-cell lymphoma who were receiving chemotherapy with rituximab. The vaccines, Prevenar and Pneumovax, were given in a prime-boost sequence to boost immune protection. …

This study tested whether sitagliptin, a diabetes medicine, could prevent acute graft-versus-host disease (GVHD) in 190 adults receiving stem cell transplants from related or unrelated donors. Participants took sitagliptin along with standard GVHD prevention. The main goal was to…

This study tested whether daily zinc supplements can lower the number of serious infections in young children with sickle cell anemia. Researchers in Uganda gave 100 children either zinc or a placebo for a period and tracked infections. The goal is to find an affordable, easy-to-…

This large study tested giving infants up to 6 doses of a malaria preventive medicine alongside their regular vaccinations during the first two years of life. Over 94,000 children in Mozambique, Sierra Leone, and Togo took part. The goal was to see if this approach could reduce m…

This study tested whether giving intravenous iron to pregnant women who have low iron stores but not yet anemia can prevent them from becoming anemic and help their babies grow normally. 600 women took part. The goal is to see if a single IV dose works better than usual care.

This study in Malawi looks at whether giving children the RTS,S malaria vaccine along with special insecticide-treated bednets (PBO nets) can lower malaria infection and spread. About 1,700 children aged 7 months to 10 years took part. The goal is to see how well these two tools …

This trial tests whether drinking lavender herbal tea twice daily for nine days around each menstrual cycle can reduce the emotional and physical symptoms of premenstrual syndrome (PMS), such as anxiety, depression, stress, and pain. Sixty women with PMS will be randomly assigned…

Researchers are testing a new way to prepare platelets for transfusion that matches a patient's ABO blood type. The study enrolls adults aged 18 to 65 who need platelet transfusions for blood disorders. Doctors measure platelet counts and bleeding before and after transfusion to …

Boys with hemophilia often miss out on games and activities because of concerns about bleeding and joint damage. Researchers developed a 12-week muscle-strengthening exercise programme with input from children, parents, and physiotherapists. The DOLPHIN-II trial compares this pro…

People with liver cirrhosis often have abnormal cholesterol and triglyceride levels. Researchers at Northern Jiangsu People's Hospital are following 150 cirrhosis patients who undergo laparoscopic splenectomy and azygoportal disconnection, a common operation for bleeding caused b…

Researchers at Rigshospitalet in Denmark are testing whether adults newly diagnosed with acute myeloid leukemia can safely measure their own blood counts and give themselves blood and platelet transfusions at home. The study trains and certifies 22 participants to use a home bloo…

This study tests whether a single dose of intravenous iron (ferric derisomaltose) can improve exercise capacity in people with heart failure with preserved ejection fraction who also have iron deficiency. About 66 adults will receive either the iron infusion or a placebo, and the…

This trial tests whether a smartphone app called You Cope, We Support (YCWS) can help adults with sickle cell disease better manage stress and pain, and possibly reduce opioid use. Participants will be randomly assigned to either use the app along with self-monitoring, or just se…

This study tests whether a smartphone-based mindfulness program is practical and liked by teens and young adults (ages 15-39) with sickle cell disease who have chronic pain or sleep problems. Participants use a guided meditation app for about 8 weeks. The goal is to see if people…

This study looked at how satisfied people were with three different types of mouthguards (occlusal splints) for jaw joint and muscle pain (TMD). 27 adults who had jaw pain for at least 3 months and had never been treated for it tried one of the splints. The main goal was to see w…

This trial tests whether a local anesthetic injection (ropivacaine) can keep children aged 6 to 12 awake and comfortable during upper limb surgery, avoiding general anesthesia. Children watch cartoons on a tablet for distraction while the anesthetic is given. The study aims to se…

This study looks at whether following a Mediterranean diet can help reduce chronic pain in people with sickle cell disease. About 30 adults with sickle cell disease who have pain most days will try the diet and report their pain levels. Researchers will also check changes in gut …

This trial investigates whether a double-reading animated film, watched by both children and their parents before surgery, can reduce anxiety in children aged 3 to 7. The film uses avatars to walk the child through their hospital journey, from room to operating room. Researchers …

This phase 3 trial tests whether intravenous arginine, an amino acid, can shorten painful episodes in children with sickle cell disease. Participants aged 3 to 21 receive either arginine or a placebo alongside standard pain treatment. The study measures how quickly the crisis res…

This study looked at whether touch-massage can reduce anxiety in people with blood disorders (like leukemia or lymphoma) who are hospitalized in a sterile, isolated room. Sixty-two patients received three massage sessions, and researchers measured their anxiety levels before and …

This study tests whether PG2, a compound from the astragalus root, can reduce fatigue and low white blood cell counts caused by chemotherapy in women with stage II or III breast cancer. Participants receive either PG2 or a placebo alongside their standard chemotherapy. The goal i…

This study tested whether roasted nux vomica capsules can help with nerve pain caused by the chemotherapy drug bortezomib in multiple myeloma patients. Twenty-two participants took the capsules for six weeks while continuing their regular chemo. Researchers measured changes in ne…

This study tested whether a 6-month adapted physical activity program could improve functional capacity in people with hemophilia. Fourteen participants did exercises twice a week to improve joint mobility, strength, and balance. The main goal was to see if their walking distance…

This study tested a 10-week progressive adapted physical education program for 46 adolescents with mild intellectual disability. Half did the special program plus regular school activities, while the other half stuck to their usual curriculum. Researchers measured upper-body stre…

This study tested whether adding virtual reality (VR) nature experiences to standard treatment helps adults with mild to moderate depression feel better. 45 participants were split into three groups: one used a high-end VR lab setup, another used a simple self-managed VR, and a c…

This study tested a web platform designed for people with mild cognitive impairment or mild to moderate dementia and their primary caregivers. The platform offers social networks, activities, and games to improve quality of life and help them stay in the community longer. Researc…

This study tested a set of dermo-cosmetic products (hand/foot serum, nail strengthener, dissolving oil, and gloves/slippers) in 20 multiple myeloma patients receiving bispecific antibody therapy. The goal was to see if these natural-based products could prevent or reduce skin and…

This study looked at whether a single intravenous iron dose could improve exercise capacity in people with severe aortic stenosis and iron deficiency who were scheduled for a valve replacement. About 100 participants received either iron or a placebo. The main goal was to see if …

This study tested whether weekly nurse phone calls could help people with chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) stick to their chemotherapy plan and reduce side effects. Sixty patients were split into two groups: one received regular care, and the other also got a weekly call to che…

This study tested an online educational program for cancer patients receiving chemotherapy. The program included video sessions, peer discussions, and digital materials to help with symptom management and emotional coping. Researchers compared 212 patients who used the program to…

This study tested whether guided relaxation and acupuncture can reduce chronic pain and opioid use in adults with sickle cell disease. About 360 participants across three health centers were randomly assigned to one of these therapies or usual care. The goal was to see if these m…

This study tested a stepped-care telehealth program for cancer survivors living in rural areas who experience anxiety, depression, or sleep problems. Participants received either low-intensity check-ins or high-intensity phone therapy with a licensed therapist, depending on sympt…

This study tested a special type of artificial lens (TECNIS Eyhance IOL) in 62 adults aged 45-75 who had cataract surgery. The goal was to see how well the lens helps people see clearly at different distances, from close up to far away. Researchers measured vision at nine distanc…

This study tested a telehealth program called CC LinksTele that provides one-on-one coaching to help cancer survivors and their caregivers manage financial and legal issues related to cancer care. 124 adult patients and caregivers from a pediatric cancer clinic took part. The goa…

This study tested whether a nightly warm foot bath can reduce fatigue in children aged 7-12 with lymphoma who are undergoing chemotherapy. Sixty children took a 20-minute foot bath at 38-40°C for 7 days. The goal was to see if this simple, non-drug approach could improve their en…

This study tested whether a hybrid (in-person and online) physiotherapy program is feasible for children aged 4-17 with acute lymphoblastic leukemia. Ten children and their parents tried the program, which included tailored exercises and games. The goal was to see if families cou…

This study looked at whether providing free blood transfusions to blood cancer patients would encourage them to enroll in hospice care earlier. Many patients delay hospice because they need transfusions for symptom relief, but hospices often cannot afford to provide them. The stu…

This study is collecting blood, urine, and stool samples from 500 children with autoimmune diseases and healthy controls. Researchers will analyze these samples to find molecular patterns that could help diagnose these conditions and guide treatment decisions. The goal is to crea…

This study looked at 629 children in California to see if exposure to pesticides at home or from nearby farms is linked to childhood leukemia. Researchers collected dust from carpets and vacuum cleaners and mapped crops near homes. The goal was to measure chemical levels and see …

This study tests a new way to choose treatments for people with multiple myeloma or plasma cell leukemia that has returned or stopped responding to standard therapy. Researchers use a lab test that checks many drugs at once, along with genetic information, to find which drug or d…

This study looks at how four types of central venous catheters (thin tubes placed in large veins) affect the body's clotting system. Researchers will take blood samples from 88 adults right after catheter insertion and again after flushing, to measure clotting changes. The goal i…

This completed study analyzed genetic material from 1,340 patients with lymphoma, leukemia, or multiple myeloma. Researchers used DNA microarrays and other tools to find new molecular subtypes that could explain why some patients respond better to treatment than others. The goal …

This completed study analyzed leftover tissue samples from 130 people with lymphoma or related conditions. Researchers measured levels of histone and other proteins to find patterns linked to different lymphoma types. The goal was to better understand the biology of these cancers…

This study follows up to 5,000 people with autoinflammatory diseases (like NOMID, CANDLE, and juvenile dermatomyositis) and their healthy relatives. Researchers will collect medical history, blood samples, and imaging over 2-5 day visits to learn how these diseases work and find …

This study followed 78 people with GNE myopathy, a rare genetic disease that causes progressive muscle weakness starting in young adulthood. Researchers collected medical history, blood samples, and muscle function tests over up to two years to understand how the disease progress…

This study measured how common pulmonary hypertension (high blood pressure in the lungs) is in adults with sickle cell anemia. Nearly 1,000 participants had heart ultrasounds and blood tests, then were contacted by phone for up to 3 years to track their health. The goal was to un…

This study is testing whether a green dye called ICG can help surgeons see tumors more clearly during surgery in children and teens with solid tumors. The dye is injected before surgery and makes tumor tissue glow under a special camera. The goal is to see if this technique helps…

Researchers at Nantes University Hospital are studying how joint damage from bleeding affects walking in adults with moderate hemophilia. About 24 participants will have their gait measured with motion capture and force platforms during a single visit. The study also collects cli…

Researchers are studying natural killer (NK) cells in people who receive stem cell transplants for leukemia. The study follows 92 patients and their donors, looking at genes called KIR and HLA that control how NK cells work. By tracking NK cells during immune recovery, researcher…

This completed study looked at why people with sickle cell disease develop chronic leg ulcers. Researchers collected skin swabs, blood samples, and survey data from 405 adults to explore the role of skin bacteria and environmental factors. The goal was to better understand the ca…

Researchers want to learn what causes myeloproliferative neoplasms, a group of rare blood cancers. They are testing whether small incentives like pens, trolley tokens, or a £10 reimbursement encourage more people to join a case-control study. The trial includes about 100 patients…

Researchers in Lambaréné, Gabon, want to see if they can safely and reliably infect healthy adult volunteers with malaria using bites from local Anopheles gambiae mosquitoes carrying a local strain of Plasmodium falciparum. The team raises the mosquitoes in the lab, feeds them ma…

This registry study follows 400 patients with a specific type of leukemia (non-high-risk APL) who are 70 or younger. It compares two standard treatments: ATRA plus chemotherapy versus ATRA plus arsenic trioxide. The goal is to see which approach leads to better long-term outcomes…

This study tested whether weekly community-led group discussions about health topics could change how people feel about COVID-19 testing and vaccines. 49 adults from housing authority agencies took part in Zoom meetings and completed surveys over 18 weeks. The goal was to see if …

This pilot study tested whether PET-CT scans can detect leukemia that has spread outside the bone marrow in patients with relapsed or hard-to-treat B-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL). Ten participants received a PET scan before and after CAR T-cell therapy. The goal was to…

This study looked at how the virus that causes COVID-19 reduces the number of infection-fighting white blood cells (lymphocytes) in the blood. Researchers collected blood samples and medical records from 240 adults with or recovering from COVID-19. The goal was to learn more abou…

This study looks back at health records from over 3,700 adults with immune thrombocytopenia (ITP), a condition where the immune system destroys blood platelets, raising bleeding risk. Researchers want to see which second-line treatments doctors prescribe after first-line steroids…

This study follows children born moderately or late preterm (32-36 weeks) to age 9, measuring their thinking, movement, language, behavior, and growth. Researchers compare these kids to full-term peers to understand long-term effects. The goal is to learn how early development pr…

This study is testing whether two dietary supplements, Goodphyte IB Defense and Goodphyte Immunity, are acceptable and easy for adults with chronic diseases like IBD, hypertension, anemia, or multiple sclerosis to take. Researchers will also check if the supplements improve how w…

This study tested a document called Voicing My CHOiCES, designed to help young adults (ages 18-39) with serious illnesses like cancer or HIV discuss their care preferences. Participants filled out questionnaires about anxiety, social support, and communication, then reviewed the …

This study asks whether having anemia before major gastrointestinal surgery leads to more complications afterward. Researchers will follow 146 adults in Greece who undergo open or laparoscopic GI surgery, tracking any complications until discharge or day 8 after surgery. They wil…

This study tracks 180 orthopedic patients in Cyprus to see if a single doctor visit changes how much they trust AI health information. Patients fill out surveys before and after their appointment, and doctors also report on the accuracy of any AI advice patients brought up. The g…

This study looks back at the medical records of about 266 adults who received CAR T-cell therapy for blood cancers. The goal is to describe lung complications that happen within 30 days or up to 2 years after treatment. Researchers will also look for patient characteristics that …

This study screened up to 1,000 people with severe allergic conditions—like anaphylaxis, eczema, and asthma—along with their relatives to find genetic causes. Researchers collected blood samples and medical history to link specific gene mutations to these diseases. No treatment w…

Researchers are using wearable sensors and smartphone check-ins to track fatigue as it happens in people with myeloma, long COVID, heart failure, and healthy controls. Participants wear an ECG patch and a wrist sensor that measure heart rate, activity, and posture, and they rate …

This study explored how family members share health information about genetic diseases like sickle cell, diabetes, and cancer. Over 1,000 adults completed surveys or interviews about their family health history and support. The goal was to understand social and relational factors…

This study tests whether a 3.5-minute educational video shown before a doctor's visit helps cancer patients understand radiation therapy better than standard verbal instructions alone. One hundred patients scheduled for radiation will be randomly assigned to receive either the vi…

This study looks back at the medical records of 244 adults in France with hereditary hemorrhagic telangiectasia (HHT), also called Rendu-Osler disease, who were treated with the drug bevacizumab. The goal is to describe how the drug was used and to measure its impact on bleeding,…

This study looks at whether natural variations in immune-related genes affect how well children with a rare type of lymphoma (ALCL) respond to treatment. By analyzing blood samples from 185 patients, researchers hope to find genetic markers linked to longer periods without the di…

This trial explores whether a blood test measuring reticulocyte hemoglobin content (RET-He) can predict how well cancer patients with anemia will respond to intravenous iron treatment. The study involves adults with solid tumors who have functional iron deficiency. By checking RE…

This research program aims to deepen understanding of severe asthma by closely studying its clinical and biological features over time. Researchers will follow more than a thousand people with asthma, aged 6 and older, measuring lung function and tracking how often severe asthma …

This study looked at whether offering genetic counseling by phone or video could help more childhood cancer survivors get genetic testing. About 391 survivors took part, comparing remote counseling to usual care. The goal was to see if remote services increase testing uptake and …

This study looks back at medical records of children and adults who developed a serious blood-clotting condition called thrombotic microangiopathy (TMA) within a year after a stem cell transplant. Researchers aim to understand survival rates and causes of death in these patients,…

Multiple myeloma, a common blood cancer, often causes bone lesions that lead to pain, fractures, and other serious events. This study reviews medical records of patients diagnosed between 2019 and 2021 to describe how often these bone complications occur and what rehabilitation s…

Sickle cell disease can affect brain development even in very young children. This study uses eye-tracking—a simple, non-invasive method—to measure attention and processing speed in infants aged 6 to 24 months. The goal is to identify those at highest risk for cognitive challenge…

This study uses a research-dedicated 3T MRI scanner to develop and optimize imaging protocols in healthy adults. Researchers aim to reduce image distortions, improve contrast and resolution, and create new sequences for functional MRI. The work will help enable future studies in …

This study tests a data visualization tool called the Trial Enrollment Diversity Dashboard (TEDD) designed to help doctors see how diverse their clinical trial enrollments are. The goal is to overcome racial and ethnic disparities in leukemia trial participation. The study enroll…

This study compares three devices that measure how well blood clots — ClotPro, ROTEM, and TEG — in patients undergoing liver surgery, neurosurgery, or cesarean section. The goal is to see how closely the results from these devices agree with each other. The findings may help doct…

This study investigates why some aggressive B-cell lymphomas stop responding to immunotherapy. Researchers are looking at tiny particles called exosomes that are released by tumor cells and may act as decoys, soaking up therapeutic antibodies before they can reach the cancer. By …

This study looks at how mepolizumab (Nucala), a treatment for severe eosinophilic asthma, impacts emotions and mental well-being in patients and their partners. Researchers will track changes in feelings like anxiety, depression, and stress using questionnaires and interviews. Th…

This study investigates the genetic causes of pediatric Evans syndrome, a rare autoimmune condition where the immune system attacks blood cells. Researchers analyze blood samples from affected children and their families to find known or new mutations. The goal is to better under…

This study looked at whether malaria parasites that are resistant to artemisinin drugs spread more easily after standard treatment. Researchers treated 160 people in Uganda who had malaria with either artemether-lumefantrine or dihydroartemisinin-piperaquine. They then used mosqu…

This study looks at how well existing risk models predict dangerous blood clots in people with diffuse large B-cell lymphoma (DLBCL), a common type of blood cancer. Researchers will review medical records from over 1,500 patients across multiple hospitals to see which factors are…

This study investigates whether certain genetic differences make children with nephroblastoma (kidney cancer) or acute lymphoblastic leukemia (blood cancer) more likely to develop a serious liver condition called hepatic veno-occlusive disease (VOD) during chemotherapy. Researche…

This completed observational study followed 73 adults with mycosis fungoides or Sézary syndrome who were starting treatment with Poteligeo. Researchers tracked changes in symptoms like itching, skin pain, and fatigue, as well as quality of life for patients and their caregivers. …

This study tested a decision algorithm to help doctors diagnose the cause of eosinophilia (high levels of a type of white blood cell). The algorithm guides which tests to do and in what order. Researchers enrolled 53 patients and measured how many followed the algorithm correctly…

This study looked at how chemotherapy affects the gut microbiome in 40 people with non-Hodgkin's lymphoma. Researchers collected stool samples to analyze changes in gut bacteria after treatment. The goal was to better understand why chemotherapy causes digestive problems like dia…

This early-phase trial tested whether adding atovaquone (a drug usually used to prevent pneumonia) to standard chemotherapy is safe and reaches effective levels in the blood. It involved 26 children and young adults (ages 1 month to 21 years) newly diagnosed with acute myeloid le…

This completed observational study looked at how often young people with sickle cell disease (under 26) in France develop problematic use of painkillers and a gas mixture called EMONO. Researchers interviewed over 1,000 patients by phone to check for signs of addiction or depende…

This completed study looked at red and white blood cells in people with a rare blood disorder called PNH who also have bone marrow failure. Over 5,500 participants aged 10 and older with aplastic anemia or related conditions provided blood samples. The goal was simply to learn mo…

This study follows children in France diagnosed with severe autoimmune cytopenia—conditions where the immune system attacks blood cells. Researchers will track their health over time to see who achieves remission and what factors influence their recovery. The goal is to better un…

This completed study looked at blood samples from 70 children and adults newly diagnosed with immune thrombocytopenic purpura (ITP), a condition that causes easy bruising and bleeding. Researchers wanted to see if certain immune and blood markers could predict whether the disease…

This pilot study looked at whether special scans (18FDG PET-CT) and blood tests could help predict how well CAR T-cell therapy works for people with hard-to-treat non-Hodgkin's lymphoma. Twenty patients were followed for up to a year after treatment. The goal was to see if these …

This study looked at 583 children who had liver transplants and later developed narrowing or blockage of the liver artery. Researchers wanted to find out how common these problems are and what treatments work best. The goal is to improve care and outcomes for future patients.

This study followed 67 children with sickle cell disease who had a high risk of stroke. Researchers compared those who received a bone marrow transplant to those who got standard care, checking brain scans and thinking skills 9-10 years later. The goal was to see which approach b…

This study tested a new way to analyze red blood cells in people with anemia using flow imaging and artificial intelligence. Instead of the usual method of spreading blood on a slide and staining it, the researchers used a machine that takes pictures of cells flowing in liquid. T…

This completed study from France examined whether a specific type of immune cell (innate CD8+ T cells) is linked to how quickly resistance mutations develop in patients with chronic myeloid leukemia or Philadelphia-positive acute lymphoblastic leukemia. Researchers analyzed blood…

This study looked at 170 patients with aggressive B-cell lymphoma who received CAR-T cell therapy. Researchers used surveys to track how patients felt about their fatigue, symptoms, and daily functioning over time. The goal was to understand the real-world impact of the treatment…

This study looked for a virus called HHV6 in the skin and blood of 37 adults with blood cancers who developed a rash during hospital stays. The goal was to see if the virus is linked to the rash, which could help doctors diagnose and treat the rash more effectively. The study is …

This study examined the DNA of 254 people to find genetic changes that might explain why some individuals have mildly low levels of von Willebrand factor, a protein important for blood clotting. Researchers used whole-exome sequencing to look for variants in known and new genes. …

This completed study looked at 70 patients with myeloma or lymphoma who needed stem cell transplants. Researchers compared two drugs, Zarzio and Granocyte, used to stimulate stem cell production before collection. The goal was to see if one drug led to better stem cell grafts. Si…

This completed study looked at 324 extremely low birth weight preterm infants (≤1250 grams) to see how anemia and red blood cell transfusions affect oxygen levels in their digestive tract. Researchers used a non-invasive device to measure tissue oxygen and collected blood, urine,…

This study looked at bone density in 448 men with hemophilia and healthy volunteers to see how common bone loss is. Participants had a bone density scan and some gave blood samples. The goal was to understand if hemophilia itself, not just lack of activity, leads to weaker bones.

This study tracked 204 patients with blood cancers or those on certain immune-suppressing treatments to see how often COVID-19 infection persists for 21 days or more. Researchers also looked for factors that make a long infection more likely. The goal was to better understand who…

This study looks at people with a rare inherited condition called dysfibrinogenemia, which affects how blood clots form. Researchers collected blood samples from 70 patients to analyze clot structure and search for genetic variations that might explain why some patients bleed whi…

This completed study looked at how immune cells recover in 61 adults who received a stem cell transplant for blood cancers. Researchers measured the function of T and NK cells by testing their cytokine profiles after stimulation. The goal was to see if these measurements could he…

This study looked at 28 people with Glanzmann thrombasthenia, a rare bleeding disorder, to understand why some develop harmful antibodies after blood transfusions or pregnancy. Researchers checked for antibodies every six months and after each transfusion over 18 months. The goal…

This study monitored 201 people with multiple myeloma to see how well COVID-19 vaccines and boosters work for them. Since their immune systems are weaker, researchers wanted to learn if vaccines still provide good protection. The goal was to find better ways to keep this vulnerab…

This pilot study tested a program called GUIDE, which uses a trained navigator to help cancer patients overcome social and financial barriers to joining clinical trials. The study included 100 adults with cancer who were eligible for a trial and had at least one health-related so…

This study examined how the drug tranexamic acid (TXA) affects blood clotting in women having planned C-sections. Researchers measured clot breakdown times in 34 participants to see if TXA could help prevent heavy bleeding after delivery. The goal was to better understand how TXA…

This study looked at different types of immune cells (eosinophils) in the blood of people with asthma, chronic sinusitis with nasal polyps, or both, compared to healthy volunteers. The goal was to find patterns that could help doctors choose the best targeted therapy for each pat…

This small pilot study looked at whether clopidogrel, a drug that stops blood clots, could lower a substance called sCD40L in people with lupus. Lupus is an autoimmune disease where the body attacks itself. The study involved 18 adults with lupus and measured sCD40L levels in the…

This study measured phytoestrogens (plant-based compounds) in the blood and urine of 63 premenopausal women with active lupus, other autoimmune diseases, or no disease. Researchers also asked about diet and measured estradiol levels. The goal was to see if these dietary compounds…

This study looked at a new device called AE05ML that helps surgeons place clips on blood vessels and other tissues during keyhole surgery. The goal was to see if the device is safe and works well. A total of 161 adults took part in the study.

This study observed 150 adults with a specific type of leukemia (Ph-negative ALL) to see how many developed serious fungal infections during their first weeks of chemotherapy. Researchers tracked infection rates and deaths linked to these infections. The goal was to better unders…

This completed study followed 73 adults with bone or joint infections who needed antibiotics for at least 6 weeks. Researchers tracked how often side effects occurred, how severe they were, and whether they affected quality of life. The goal was to understand why some patients st…

This completed study looked at 54 children with severe asthma to better understand the different biological features (endotypes) of the disease. Researchers collected blood, saliva, and nasal samples, along with lung samples from bronchoscopies, to analyze immune cells, metabolis…

This completed study looked at how well healthy pre-menopausal women with low iron stores absorb iron from two different supplements: Spatone (a natural iron-rich water) and ferrous sulphate (a standard iron pill). Fourteen women took three different doses (5, 10, and 15 mg) of e…

This study looked at whether it is safe to lower the number of platelets needed before placing a central line (a special IV) in patients with blood disorders. Normally, patients get a platelet transfusion if their count is below 50, but this study tested a lower trigger of 10. Th…

This study looked at whether ultrasound and stiffness measurements of the liver and spleen can predict a serious condition called portal hypertension in people with common variable immunodeficiency (CVID). Researchers examined 250 CVID patients during routine visits, using non-in…

This completed study monitored pregnancy and infant outcomes in 13 women with sickle cell disease who were treated with the drug crizanlizumab (Adakveo) during pregnancy or shortly before. The goal was to track rates of fetal loss and birth defects. Because it was a small observa…

This study looked at how watching relaxing or stressful virtual reality (VR) content changes stress-related substances in the blood of 30 healthy adults. Participants watched a beach meditation or a rollercoaster ride for about 5 minutes, and blood was taken before and after. The…

This study looked for hidden immune system problems in adults who get frequent or severe bacterial infections, like pneumonia or meningitis. Researchers screened 120 adults aged 18-65 to see how many had an undiagnosed primary immunodeficiency. The goal was to find out if these c…

This study looked at 135 people with advanced lung cancer, lymphoma, or other tumors treated with immunotherapy drugs called checkpoint inhibitors. Researchers collected blood and tumor samples over time to measure immune cells and molecules that might predict whether the treatme…

This study collected blood, bone marrow, skin, and cheek cell samples from 650 adults with acute leukemia, myelodysplastic syndromes, or myeloproliferative disorders. Researchers analyzed the samples to find genetic, epigenetic, and drug sensitivity patterns that might predict ho…

This study looked at how blood clots in people with liver cirrhosis, a condition that can cause bleeding problems. Researchers used a special machine called T-TAS to measure clotting in blood samples from 60 patients. They also tested whether tiny particles that act like platelet…

This study looked at how common iron deficiency is in cancer patients starting chemotherapy. Researchers checked iron levels in 480 adults with solid tumors or lymphoma. The goal was to find out how many patients might benefit from iron injections, without using other drugs like …

This study looked at whether the malaria parasite in Ethiopia is becoming resistant to artemisinin, the main drug used to treat it. Researchers tested 277 patients across five sites, checking if parasites were still in the blood three days after treatment and looking for a specif…

This study tests whether measuring two substances in the blood—FLT3L and IL-6—during chemotherapy can help predict survival in people with acute myeloid leukemia (AML). Researchers will track 201 newly diagnosed AML patients across 25 French hospitals. The goal is to confirm that…

This study looked at whether analyzing the DNA and RNA of children's relapsed or treatment-resistant tumors can help doctors pick targeted therapies. Researchers profiled tumors from 791 children and adolescents using advanced genetic sequencing. The goal was to see how many pati…

This study followed 179 children aged 4 to 16 who were born from twin pregnancies complicated by twin-to-twin transfusion syndrome (TTTS). Researchers checked their heart function, blood pressure, kidney health, and blood sugar control to see if the condition during pregnancy cau…

This study looked at whether a special kidney scan (scintigraphy) can find early kidney damage in children and young adults with sickle cell disease better than standard tests. 18 patients were checked during their annual visit. The goal is to catch kidney problems sooner so trea…

This study looked back at medical records of 150 children who have a genetic trait called Duffy-null, which is linked to naturally low levels of a type of white blood cell (neutrophils). The goal was to find out how many of these children also have an immune system that attacks t…

This study looked at whether iron supplements improve how well vaccines work in pregnant women with anemia (low iron). Researchers compared their immune responses to tetanus, diphtheria, and COVID-19 vaccines against women without anemia. The goal was to see if correcting iron de…

This study looked at 166 people with unexplained bleeding to find out how many have problems with tiny granules inside their platelets. These granules help blood clot. The researchers measured granule number, content, and release, and checked if these defects were linked to bleed…

This study followed 37 adults over age 60 with unexplained low platelet counts to see if certain tests could predict immune thrombocytopenic purpura (ITP). Participants had blood tests, bone marrow biopsies, and a short course of the steroid prednisone. The goal was to find which…

This study compared anxiety, depression, and quality of life between 125 cancer patients who joined clinical trials and those who received standard treatment. Researchers used questionnaires to measure stress and emotional well-being. The goal was to understand how trial particip…

This study looked for new genes that cause a rare condition called syndromic congenital neutropenia, where children are born with low infection-fighting white blood cells and other developmental issues. Researchers used advanced gene sequencing on 25 participants to find the gene…

This completed study of 458 people in Burkina Faso aims to develop a tool that estimates how often malaria parasites switch to a form that can spread to mosquitoes. Researchers will measure certain biomarkers in blood samples from people with and without malaria symptoms. The goa…

This study looked at how well pregnant women with iron deficiency anemia tolerate and stick with oral iron therapy. Researchers tracked side effects and checked if iron levels improved using blood tests. The goal was to better understand how to treat this common condition during …

This study followed 167 people with atrial fibrillation or flutter who had a catheter ablation procedure. Researchers measured changes in stroke and bleeding risk scores before and 3, 6, and 12 months after ablation. They also compared different monitoring methods, including impl…

This study tested a program called FinFit to help adolescent and young adult cancer survivors deal with money problems caused by their illness. Researchers interviewed 16 people from community cancer clinics to design and improve the program. The goal was to figure out the best w…

This completed study collected information from nearly 1,000 children who had both cancer and developmental abnormalities like birth defects or growth issues. The goal was to find new genetic syndromes that make children more likely to develop cancer. Researchers analyzed blood a…

This study looked at whether specially engineered versions of a natural immune protein (IL-2) can selectively boost regulatory T cells, which help calm the immune system. Researchers took blood samples from 67 people with various autoimmune or inflammatory conditions and tested t…

This study looked at 201 very premature babies born before 31 weeks to see how often they received blood transfusions that went beyond French guidelines. Researchers found that many transfusions were given even when not recommended, possibly due to the babies' fragile health. The…

This completed study looked at 30 adults with sepsis to understand how changes in tiny blood vessels (microcirculation) relate to blood clotting problems. Researchers used a special microscope to view blood vessels under the tongue and measured clotting factors. The goal was to s…

This completed study collected real-world data from 112 adults in France with acute myeloid leukemia (AML) who were in remission and taking oral azacitidine as maintenance therapy. The goal was to describe patient characteristics, treatment patterns, and outcomes like relapse and…

This study followed 44 adults with leukemia or lymphoma who received CAR T-cell therapy to see how their hearts were affected. Researchers used heart scans, blood tests, and quality-of-life surveys before and after treatment. The goal was to learn how often heart problems occur a…

This study looked at how certain immune cells, called T cells, behave in people with autoimmune hemolytic anemia, a condition where the body attacks its own red blood cells. Researchers compared blood samples from 27 patients and healthy volunteers to understand the disease bette…

This study measured how often iron builds up in the heart muscle of people who receive many blood transfusions. Researchers used MRI scans to check heart iron levels in 110 patients with thalassemia, sickle cell disease, or myelodysplasia. The goal was to understand how common th…

This study looked at how people's immune systems react to proteins in mosquito saliva after being bitten. Researchers exposed 147 healthy adults in Thailand to lab-grown mosquitoes that can carry malaria or dengue. The goal was to find markers in the blood that show how much expo…

This study looked at how the COVID-19 lockdown changed the health habits and medical care of 1,343 people with chronic conditions like heart disease, multiple sclerosis, and hemophilia. Researchers used phone surveys to track medication use, lifestyle changes, and access to healt…

This completed study looked at how well parents of infants with early eczema and parents of healthy infants could use a mobile-friendly platform called OneBiome. The platform gives reports on the baby's gut microbiome and eating patterns. Researchers wanted to see if parents foun…

This study gathered information from 250 children aged 6 months to 6 years to develop artificial intelligence that can estimate iron levels from images and videos. The goal is to create a non-invasive way to screen for iron deficiency, replacing blood tests. Parents and doctors a…

This completed study enrolled over 2,100 people with or suspected of having myelodysplastic syndromes (MDS), a group of blood disorders. Researchers collected medical data, blood, and tissue samples over time to track how the disease develops and progresses. The goal was to creat…

This study looked back at 30 people with HIV who received a special cancer treatment called CAR T-cell therapy for certain blood cancers. Researchers collected information from medical records to see what side effects occurred and how the immune system changed over time. The goal…

This study looked at 278 adults on a heart-lung support machine (VA ECMO) to find early warning signs of dangerous bleeding. Researchers collected data on patient health history, treatments, and lab results at the start of support. The goal was to identify factors that increase b…

This study tested custom carbon fiber ankle braces in 9 healthy adults to see how they change forces across the ankle joint. Researchers varied the brace design and used a computer model to estimate joint contact stress. The goal was to improve the model and understand how brace …

This study looked at 33 adults who had both immune thrombocytopenia (ITP) — a condition where the immune system destroys platelets — and cancer. Researchers wanted to see if treating the cancer could also improve ITP. They also investigated whether cancer cells might mimic platel…

This completed study tested whether artificial intelligence and MRI scans could help automate the planning of total marrow irradiation, a type of radiation therapy given before a bone marrow transplant for blood cancers. Researchers aimed to reduce the 10-day planning time and be…

This completed study looked at how common gut inflammation and leaky gut are in 80 adults with blood cancer who were in intensive care for sepsis or septic shock. Researchers measured two markers—calprotectin in stool and zonulin in blood—to better understand intestinal dysfuncti…

This completed study looked at 24 children with acute lymphoblastic leukemia to see if tiny cell fragments called microparticles contribute to dangerous blood clots during treatment. Researchers collected blood samples to measure these particles and a clotting protein on their su…

This study tested whether a blood test called thromboelastography (TEG) can better guide blood-thinning treatment in 61 patients on ECMO life support. ECMO patients face serious risks from bleeding or clotting, and current monitoring methods are not very reliable. Researchers com…